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Left to Suffer, Brave Pup Overcomes Serious Illness

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by Emily Wolfe

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When a compassionate woman spotted a lost pup wandering the street, she immediately sensed that someone had cruelly abandoned it.

Deciding to approach the pup, she realized something was terribly wrong. The poor pup had a nosebleed and severely red, tearful eyes. Without a moment to lose, she swiftly took the pup into her car and rushed to the local vet to uncover what was ailing it.

Finally Safe

photo of ill pup

Photo Credit: rescuedograngers

Upon meeting the pup, now named Nora, the vet team instantly recognized the severity of her condition. After running some tests, they diagnosed her with leishmaniasis, a parasitic disease spread primarily through the bites of infected female sandflies. With no existing vaccine to cure this disease, the treatment was bound to be arduous and prolonged.

The disease had wreaked havoc on multiple organs, causing Nora immense pain. The doctors immediately administered the necessary medications, which brought some relief – her eyes weren’t as red, and she managed to eat a hearty meal. However, seeing Nora in such a dire state deeply affected her rescuer.

Long Road To Recovery

close up photo of the pup

Photo Credit: rescuedograngers

Drained of energy, Nora spent her days sleeping away the pain, clinging to the hope of a miracle. The entire vet staff held their breath, hoping to one day see this sweet pup running around their clinic, radiating strength and joy.

And that’s exactly what happened! After two grueling years filled with pain, challenges, and numerous medications, Nora triumphed over this dreadful disease. Today, she joyfully runs around, showing her hoomans that you should never give up on life. Her favorite activities include swimming, playing with her furry siblings, and cuddling with her hoomans.

Never Give Up

pup in tall grass

Photo Credit: rescuedograngers

Stories like Nora’s truly melt my heart. Witnessing a pup overcome such tremendous hardships reminds us that anything is possible if we set our minds to it. Thank you, Nora, for never giving up. You are a true inspiration!

To all dog owners out there, if your puppy falls ill and you can’t afford their medication, please don’t abandon them. The world is filled with incredible people who are more than willing to help you and your furry friend. Simply visit your local shelter or rescue organization and ask for assistance. The compassionate staff will do everything in their power to help your pup get back on its paws in no time.

Remember: they deserve at least that.

About
Emily Wolfe

Emily is a lifelong animal lover and the founder of PETS CRAZIES. She started this blog after realizing the great need for quality pet information on the internet. Emily has two dogs, a cat, and two rabbits of her own.

She has a B.S. in Animal Science from Cornell University and is a professional writer specializing in the pet industry. Learn More About Our Team!